How to be the Parent-in-law your kids will love

Are you looking to strengthen the relationship you have with your married child and their spouse? You may be starting out on your journey, and want a resource to help you become an excellent parent-in-law right from the start. Or you may already be on the journey, and are looking for something that will help you become an even better parent-in-law. You may be a parent-in-law who is struggling in your relationship with your in-law children, and need some simple keys to help you as you look to restore the situation. Whatever your reason for wanting to become an excellent parent-in-law, 'How to be the parent-in-law your kids will love' will help you. The book brings understanding regarding what makes a good parent-in-law by looking at some key principles involved in this unique relationship. The book explains how to practically apply these principles, and includes tips on how to avoid some of the common mistakes some parents-in-law make. If you are looking for help to be a good parent-in-law, then 'How to be the parent-in-law your kids will love' will help you be the best parent-in-law you can be! The book also contains a number of real-life testimonies drawn from the authors’ own experiences, as well as the many couples they have spoken to over the years. In addition to the testimonies, at the end of each chapter are some ‘Questions to Consider’. These are included to help the reader reflect on their own personal situation as they journey towards their dream of becoming excellent parents in law. Chapters include: ◆ The role that accepting your child’s choice of lifelong companion plays in building a strong in-law relationship ◆ Understanding how our child takes on a new identity once they’re married, and how that helps parents to ‘let go’ of their child into their new relationship ◆ The importance of clear communication so that misunderstanding doesn’t find a place to take root ◆ Why it’s essential to avoid ‘The Aunty Margaret Syndrome’ ◆ The need to respect the young couple’s boundaries ◆ Why loving your child and spouse is important even when you don’t feel like it ◆ The central role that forgiving your adult children plays in the relationship (both your own child as well as their spouse). The book looks at what forgiveness is, and how to overcome the barriers to forgiving your adult child Unfortunately, some parents-in-law are simply tolerated by their in-law children. Even worse is when some mothers are put in the category of ‘difficult mother in laws’ by their child and spouse. But that’s not you! You want to be loved as a mother-in-law, because you want to be the best parent in law you can be. You want to be appreciated, valued, and respected by your in-law children. If you’re looking for a book giving parents in law advice on how to be a good parent-in-law, a book that sets out principles for parents in law in a simple and clear way, then 'How to be the parent-in-law your kids will love' is the book for you. It gives practical tips for parents in law to help them prepare for the challenges this relationship can bring, as well as being an ideal book for struggling parents in law so they can become the parent-in-law their kids will love! All books authored and written by Gwynedd & Jill Harding-Jones and published by Streetlamp Publishers are a ministry of Dalmanutha Ministries Cymru. Dalmanutha Ministries Cymru is a company limited by guarantee (16749468).
ASIN: 0993416500
VSKU: DBV.0993416500.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Harding-Jones, Gwynedd & Jill
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!